pope benedict xvi is talking to the faithful in his first public appearance since announcing his resignation. we understand he received a lengthy standing ovation when he came before this packed audience hall today. >> he's shock -- he shocked obviously the catholic world when he said he was going to step down. this is the first time it's happened in over 600 years. we learned earlier this morning he had a pacemaker since he became pope in 2005. he cited health as one of the reasons why he's stepping down. the catholic community is still reeling and they're trying to get more information as they move forward. >> he will step down february 28. after that a conclave ever the cardinals will be -- of the cardinals will be called together to select the next pope. they have to have one in place by east gler which is amaze -- easter. >> which is amazing. >> we'll keep you updated. he's speaking in latin. we don't have translation on this so we won't keep this up much longer but again people have noticed that he has been very frail in his physical appearance. >> he looks a little hollowed cheeked th